SHIPPING AND STORAG
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA has issued a solicitation for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (PSC 8145). This opportunity requires the manufacture of plastic, rotomolded containers according to specific drawings and standards, including a critical First Article Testing (FAT) process. Offers from non-government-approved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable. Proposals are due March 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves manufacturing specialized shipping and storage containers, adhering to detailed specifications:
- Material & Process: Plastic, rotomolded, manufactured per Container Research Corp drawing (05259) 968E001 (latest revision).
- Finishing: Cadmium plating is replaced by electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy (ASTM B 841 Class 1, Type B, Grade 3).
- Identification: Unique Identification (UID) marking required per drawing (80132) 15930 and Mil-STD-130. Serial numbers will be provided by NAVICP.
- Components: Includes desiccant (MIL-D-3464, Type II) and a specific, approved shock mount (no substitutions without written permission).
- Quality: Welding must meet AWS D1.2 standards; cleaning per MIL-C-5541. A 100% production leak test is mandatory for each container.
- Contractor Responsibility: Offerors are responsible for all manufacturing aids (fixtures, jigs, dies, etc.).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA
- Set-Aside: Not specified. However, offers from non-government-approved sources are technically unacceptable. Distributors must submit authorized letters.
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 12, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Source Approval: Only government-approved sources of supply are eligible. Distributors must provide authorized letters.
- First Article Testing (FAT): A critical component. Contractors must deliver one unit of CAGE (05259) Part Number 968E001 within 120 calendar days for testing. The estimated cost for government FAT is $10,000, which will be added to offerors' prices if testing is required. FAT includes visual/dimensional inspection, initial/final leak tests, an 18-inch free fall drop test, and a form/fit check.
- FAT Waiver: A waiver may be granted for offerors who have previously supplied identical articles within three years, using the same production location, facilities, and processes. Offerors requesting a waiver must submit two prices: one with FAT compliance and one with a waiver.
- Risk: Acquisition of materials or commencement of production before FAT approval is at the contractor's sole risk.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL or call 215-737-0543.